Sales vacancy – Dumfries and Galloway

Scotmin Nutrition a division of Carr’s Group plc has been manufacturing animal feed supplements and nutrition products for the agricultural market in Ayrshire since 1979, supplying farmers and feed merchants across the UK, Europe and Australasia.

We have an exciting opportunity to join our ever expanding Retail Team as an Area Sales Representative in Dumfries and Galloway.

The Role:

• Responsible for the management and business growth of the assigned territory
• Develop and generate sales to meet or exceed budget sales revenues
• Help devise and implement a business plan for this territory based upon business requirements
• Support, drive and generate new business with direct accounts, looking for opportunities to cross sell and grow business
• Receive and respond rapidly to customer enquiries, using all resources available
• Have an excellent understanding of the products and services supplied
• Attend Trade events and exhibitions as required
• Be responsible for the first level of customer support regarding technical issues, complaints, and product applications
• Assist with general financial management of the territory, obtaining forecasts and preparing reports as required

What we are looking for:

• Previous sales experience is advantageous, however full training will be provided
• Proficient IT skills, especially Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, as well as social media
• Must be highly motivated, driven, with excellent organisational skills and be able to work as part of a team as well as under own initiative

Working with us:
This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a growing organisation. Based in Dumfries and Galloway, you will work as part of a team to help generate new business as well as maintain existing business. Our ethos is to treat our staff with trust and respect, investing in their future by providing excellent training and development opportunities to further help progress their careers.

Benefits include:

Full time contract
25 days’ holiday + bank holidays
Competitive Salary
Company Pension
Company Car
Annual pay review
Training and development
Laptop and mobile phone

Carr’s Group PLC is an equal opportunities employer.

Application Details
If you are interested in applying to join our team, please send cover letter and your full CV to:
douglas.watson@scotmin.com

Closing Date:

3/24/2023